"Robert Hinesí many years of experience
and service to this department have prepared him well to take on this new
challenge," said Secretary Beck. "I know he will be an efficient and
effective leader for the staff at Pamlico."

Hines started his career with the Department of
Correction in 1978 as a correctional officer at Greene Correctional Center in
Maury. He later served as a lieutenant and captain at Eastern Correctional
Institution and there he was promoted to assistant superintendent for custody
and operations in 1991. In 1996, he moved to Wayne Correctional Center in
Goldsboro as assistant superintendent for custody and operations.

"Iím looking forward to working with the
staff at Pamlico, learning about the community and doing good business in
Pamlico County," said Hines.

Hines is a native of Goldsboro and a graduate of
Wayne Community College. He lives in Goldsboro with his wife Mary, a case
analyst at Neuse Correctional Institution, and his two young sons. In his free
time, he enjoys officiating high school baseball, basketball and football games
across eastern North Carolina. He also serves as state treasurer for the
American Correctional Association.

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Editors: A digital photo of
Hines is available by calling the Public Information Office at 919-716-3727.